Unique Baby Names: 20 Short And 'Uncommon' Girls' Names If You're Not Keen On Choosing A Popular One | HuffPost Life

Ivy, Noah or Joan?

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The official list of the most popular baby names from last year has been released, but some parents are keen to choose a more unusual name.

Mumsnet users have been sharing short, uncommon girls’ names, for those who are looking for something a little more unique.

We’ve compiled the names into a list, so if Olivia, Amelia and Emily don’t float your boat, what do you think of the ones below?

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1. Ivy

2. Nora

3. Joan

4. Edith

5. Erin

6. Maude

7. Ruth

8. Lara

9. Lorne

10. Nina

11. Orla

12. Fern

13. Meg

14. Enid

15. Ada

16. Fleur

17. Zara

18. Pearl

19. Talia

20. Pippa.

See more suggestions of uncommon girls’ names on the Mumsnet thread, here.

Whether you’re looking for a name that is ‘cool’, ‘cute’, ‘pretty’, or ‘unique’, our Baby Name Generator is here to inspire you. Discover the meaning of your favourite name, browse the 100 most popular baby girl names and baby boy names in England and Wales, or let our Random Name Generator throw up an unusual suggestion.

Before You Go

Summer-Inspired Baby Names

Summer(01 of12)

It might seem like an obvious choice but Summer (also spelt Sommer) captures the season perfectly. It's been used as a name since the 1970s. (credit:AGrigorjeva via Getty Images)

Kai(02 of12)

In Hawaii, Kai means "sea", tying it into one of the best activities to do in the summer with your kids - going to the beach. (credit:SbytovaMN via Getty Images)

Meadow(03 of12)

This name captures those days when you're outside with your kids playing in the grass on a sunny day. Perfection. (credit:PeopleImages via Getty Images)

Rae(04 of12)

Your baby will always be your little ray of sunshine. (credit:Andrii Oleksiienko via Getty Images)

Eden(05 of12)

Eden means "place of pleasure" and refers to a place of paradise in the Bible. (credit:nata_zhekova via Getty Images)

Cain(06 of12)

Cain is a name frequently used in Wales that means "clear water" - reminding us of paddling pools and the glistening sea. (credit:Alija via Getty Images)

Leo(07 of12)

The star sign Leo is for babies born in July and August, so why not use their zodiac sign as inspiration for their moniker? (credit:poplasen via Getty Images)

Dayton(08 of12)

An English name derived from a surname meaning "bright and sunny town". (credit:TuelekZa via Getty Images)

Skye(09 of12)

Looking out the window and seeing a clear blue sky is one of the best parts of summer - and it could make a beautiful short name for your little one. (credit:vvvita via Getty Images)

River(10 of12)

The unisex name has been used by celebrities including Kelly Clarkson and Jamie Oliver and symbolises the flowing body of water. (credit:MmeEmil via Getty Images)

Sunny(11 of12)

Sometimes spelt Sonny, this name is the epitome of summer. (credit:druvo via Getty Images)

Oceana(12 of12)

This names derives from "ocean" and symbolises those days in the summer months spent by the beach. (credit:MilosStankovic via Getty Images)

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